Weather Maps & Forecasting Quiz

What is a meteorologist?

• A chef who specializes in meteorology cuisine

• A doctor who treats meteorological conditions

• A scientist who studies the atmosphere

• A musician who plays weather-themed music

What is a weather map used for?

• Displaying weather information

• Cooking weather-inspired dishes

• Playing weather-related games

• Navigating through storms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What does a high pressure system attract?

• Cold and wet air

• Hot and humid air

• Warm and moist air

• Cool and dry air

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does a warm front replace?

• Rainy weather with clear skies

• Sunny weather with cloudy skies

• Warm air with cold, dry air

• Cold air with warm, moist air

How far in advance can a meteorologist accurately predict the weather?

• Up to 1 year

• Up to 24 to 48 hours

• Up to 1 month

• Up to 1 week

A High Pressure system attracts cool and dry air. It usually means _____ weather is on the way.

• good/fair

• rain/storms

• snow

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

A Low Pressure system attracts warm and moist air. It generally means that _____ or cloudy weather.

• rain

• snow

• fair/good

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5